2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Pilot | Escort |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |